COURAGEOUS PARENTING

Creating a new stronger legacy through your family is a common desire amongst Christians but rarely done, why?, because it’s really hard to do what hasn’t been deeply clarified, especially amongst a marriage. Isaac and Angie are seeing the fruit of cultivating a new legacy over the last twenty-four years of marriage with nine children and in this Courageous Parenting podcast episode they give three steps on how to get to a clear picture together. A multi-generational faith-filled legacy doesn’t just happen and it takes going against the grain at times even in Christian circles.  Be sure to subscribe to the show to be notified every Tuesday of a new episode! CTC Math https://ctcmath.com/ Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

No matter how wayward a child is, God can bring them back. Be encouraged by this incredible story of a once fifteen year old boy sharing about his girlfriend at the time having an abortion which drove the teenage couple deeper into drug use and despair. The dad shares this raw story dispelling the myth that there’s any situation where it’s good for the mom to kill her child as the drugs soon after killed her. The boy went from homeless shelter, to bible college to working for Samaritan Ministries and having a wonderful family. He also gives an inside view of Christian health sharing and the new program Samaritan Ministries just launched called Redeem Health Sharing which the Tolpins enthusiastically just signed up for and you’ve got to find out why. Be encouraged by this compelling testimony of the power of God. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Sativa Building Systems https://sativabuildingsystems.com/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

Get practical insights into how to teach the bible to your children in this episode. Find out what hidden marriage roadblocks might prevent the father from teaching scripture in the home, and how to become a stronger team as you both teach your children too.The breakdown of the Christian family lies mainly in a lack of parents actually discipling their children. The external groups and programs you may put your children in don’t make up for you. YOU ARE NEEDED to train up your children in the way they should go. Get the motivation, practical insights, and warnings too in this important episode. Here are some of the main points from this episode:What does the bible say about parents teaching scripture to their children?Becoming a stronger team in marriageRecommended books in the bible to start withStrategies to get and keep your childrens attentionWhy it might be important to ask a key questions of your spouse to discover the deeper reason why he doesn’t want to teach scripture to the children. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

We share our three summer family discipleship goals and a simple process you can use to discover yours. Don’t miss the summer opportunity like most parents do. You likely will have more quantity and quality time with your children during the summer and while having fun and creating experiences are essential don’t miss your opportunity to help your family grow stronger spiritually. It’s only when we see an opportunity will we try and seize it. Our hope is that your family looks different at the end of the summer and we aren’t talking about physically, but spiritually. One of the things we are bringing back is the gratitude board which is a powerful faith building activity to do with your family that boosts faith in Jesus. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss the new episodes that come out every Tuesday. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Sativa Building Systems https://sativabuildingsystems.com/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

If you let complaining persist while they are young it will grow in the character of your children as they get older, hurting your family culture and causing parenting burnout. If you have a dream for your family working together as a team, If you are discouraged by people grumbling when you ask them to do something, or even if you’re experiencing defiance in your home then this Courageous Parenting podcast episode will help. There are no perfect families and this is something we all have to work at if we want to cultivate a culture of teamwork in the home. Isaac shares a powerful glimpse into the future near the end of the episode that will encourage you in seeing the tremendous value and essential nature of instilling what we talk about in this episode. This episode will help you equip your children for the very different future they will be raising their own families in. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Sativa Building Systems https://sativabuildingsystems.com/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

The inside scoop on our first generation large family of nine children. We are currently in every season at once with littles, middles, teenagers, young adults, and launched children raising families. So, yes grandparents too! Navigating finances, vehicles, food prep and the hefty bills, almost dying in pregnancy and having more, to family dynamics that most don’t realize are possible. We hope this gives a raw reality that encourages others. God has a unique design for every family and while we don’t expect everyone to look like ours, having a large family has surpassed our greatest expectations. If you want to be a fly on the wall inside the Tolpin home, this is the episode! Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

It’s clear that Satan is going after the children in a stronger way today, perhaps the changes in society have made it easier for the enemy to get to them. Regardless of your controls on technology and influences, the enemy can still attack your children and in our experience, does so. This episode gives the biblical truth on the spiritual battle that you can teach your children and insights into what you can do on an ongoing basis to protect your home. The end gives a clear call in the importance of putting on the Armor of God and a compelling challenge for parents in these unprecedented times.  Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Are you living in freedom to be authentically who God made you to be or do you put on masks when you leave the home or when you’re around certain people? You will become exhausted, insecure, and lonely if you project something different than who you are, but the real issue is that your children are watching. They will either adopt the masks you wear or call you a hypocrite in the teenage years and stop yearning for your wisdom. If what you are projecting to start a friendship isn’t authentically you, it will be hard to keep it. Isaac and Angie Tolpin dig into why we tend to wear masks at times and how to truly break free and live in freedom! Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Mother’s Day can bring mixed emotions for all kinds of reasons, and Angie Tolpin, a mother of nine, gets raw and real about the joys, hurts, and God’s great purposes for motherhood in this special episode. No matter where your motherhood journey is at this will encourage and inspire you. Motherhood is sanctifying and an awesome privilege and responsibility God has given you. Don’t let comparison, loss, jealousy, and unmet expectations hinder your joy this motherhood season, or any season in your journey. You are doing some of the most important work in the world right in your home! Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

An encouraging episode for all who homeschool or are considering doing so. But what do you do when you’ve taken on this harder path and life trials ensue? We make the argument that the most important subject of your homeschooling is including your children in your trials, the spiritual battles, and together witnessing God carry your family through them. We have lived this out and seen tremendous fruit from it. Get the encouragement you need to persevere amongst trials as you homeschool your children from this important episode, or if you are considering homeschooling, this will be helpful too. Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

A huge warning to intentional Christian parents not to accidentally stifle their children from growing strong in the Lord but instead cultivate a Godly identity for who they are. While it’s never a parent's intentions to stifle them, it can easily happen for a number of reasons. Isaac and Angie give practical advice on making sure your words over time are speaking life into your children in alignment with God’s will for their lives. They always end with an unprecedented-times parenting tip and today’s is on the importance of relational focused discipleship. Listen to the episode to fully understand and make sure your parenting over time doesn’t stifle their progress but actually encourages their identity in Christ. Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

With anxiety and depression amongst children at an all-time high, this episode will equip you to help prevent that path from happening with your children. Whether two or seventeen and all in between, your children must feel like they are valuable and you must continually help them see ways they can be on purpose for the Lord too. It’s built into every person to know they aren’t just loved but also needed. Get practical ideas on helping your children feel more on purpose and valuable. This will combat the natural selfishness that can grow in your children, erode any entitlement attitudes, and give them a desire to serve the Lord with their life. In a world where the younger generations are more depressed than ever; this focus will help them evade this path that is far too normal today.  Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

With the acceleration of change in society, it’s vital we think about what we need to be instilling today to combat the negative effects that some of the changes will bring. Isaac and Angie Tolpin give five areas parents should focus on instilling a love for while they're in your home, so that despite society changing, they stay the course against the popular alternatives. If you instill not just a love for what’s real, but understanding why it’s better, and help them experience these five things, it will dramatically impact your legacy even though the future will look so different than today. Be encouraged to be courageous and do what’s needed today so that they thrive in all their tomorrows.  Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

If your children were asked what they are celebrating at Easter what do you think they would answer? Many kids will say “Jesus” or “Jesus rose from the dead” but do they know what that means and how that impacts them? Are they excited to celebrate Jesus or are they focused on the candy and Easter egg hunt?  Christians fall all over the spectrum regarding whether they should call this special day of remembrance Easter or Resurrection Sunday. Some Christians would call others legalistic for not celebrating, while others feel a deep conviction not to celebrate. Join Isaac and Angie as they discuss the possible connection Easter has to a pagan holiday, the unique opportunity that Christians have to use this time to disciple their children in teaching the prophecies from the Old Testament and how Jesus is the fulfillment of those prophecies in a very real and tangible way. This is a call for Christians to recognize the opportunity that we have to “make much of God”, magnify His name, glorify and celebrate Him and what the Savior has done for us all, whether you are teaching holy week significant events using resurrection eggs, or celebrating a messianic passover.  Isaac and Angie share 4 ways to help keep the focus on the Lord, encouragement for Moms who feel overwhelmed with all the options of ways to celebrate, and share some of their favorite traditions and resources they have used over the past 24 years parenting.  Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

How is the prayer life of those in your family? Do your children see a vibrant prayer life in their parents? Is it part of your family culture to share answers to prayers? Is it part of your church culture and relationships?Isaac and Angie teach about two different kinds of prayer, how to infuse a strong prayer life in your family, and the importance of all ages praying together, even during church. They share some powerful stories including what happened during church service last week that encouraged everyone who was there.This is a powerful and encouraging episode that will help you nurture your family members to have a stronger relationship with God. Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children LOVE and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Every Christian parent should ask themselves this question in a posture of being open to self-reflection regarding their home. Isaac and Angie Tolpin give a few challenges in this episode that are likely to cause even the most well-intentioned parents to think about opportunities for recalibration. The reality is, most homes are somewhat led by the children actually. Of course at first glance every parent would likely say, “That’s not our home!” well…you might be surprised at how this actually plays out without parents even recognizing it’s happening.  It starts in the toddler years and perpetuates as children get older in most families, maybe even all homes at times. The difference becomes whether the parents recalibrate when it happens and shift back on course in a concerted way. But with most unaware of the depth of what they are allowing to be cultivated in their family culture, too many don’t recalibrate.   The statistics are starting to show dramatic evidence of this which often even leads to the whole family adjusting their theological viewpoints. Isaac gives a huge challenge to fathers at the end of the episode you won’t want to miss and the whole episode is full of practical insights and encouragement as you parent in these unprecedented times. Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Isaac and Angie discuss six specific things that people are thinking right now but not talking about in the areas of Marriage, Trump, Chickens, Church, Kids' friends, and their Relationships. Do you ever wish you could fully be yourself, say what needs to be said, do the right thing despite the costs, and build a biblical community with others willing to be fully themselves and really know each other?  The goal is to open up discussions about these five things and influence change in these areas with the people around us. Sometimes, it starts with you being courageous and talking about the important things people are hesitant to talk about. Let’s run the race well with others, and help our families thrive, free from concern about others' thoughts. Be encouraged by this unique Courageous Parenting podcast episode. Companies we love who sponsor the show:Voetberg Music Academy; is the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

People feel more overwhelmed than ever, could it be what we are feeding our minds? What we saturate our minds with daily will contribute to feeling overwhelmed or joyful. Isaac and Angie get raw and real about their marriage in handling overwhelm with valuable practical insights. Technology can be incredibly useful but also has the potential for harm. Do we get rid of the smartphones or become more disciplined with them? That’s a choice for each family, but Isaac and Angie Tolpin make an argument that our children need to see us model self-discipline with technology and as they get older help them be self-disciplined in how they use technology as well while they are in our homes. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

This should influence your parenting decisions: Two-thirds of Americans claim to be Christians, but only four percent of all adults hold a biblical worldview according to the recent Barna studies. So what does it mean when someone says they are a Christian today? It certainly doesn’t mean there's like-mindedness. It doesn’t mean we automatically trust them, and it doesn’t mean their children are safe influences for your children. This is true even in the church you go to. We aren’t to have fear, but instead to trust God, but can He trust you? Trust you to disciple his children in the ways they should go? God is sovereign but we have an awesome responsibility in equipping our children which frankly, in reflection of these stats is going to have to look much different than what most Christians are doing around you. Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Peer influences are powerful and there will be times other adults are around your children as they get older. Children must know when to disobey authority, what’s appropriate behavior, what to do when someone tries to touch them in the wrong places, and so much more. Isaac and Angie Tolpin dive into how to equip littles, middles, and teenagers to protect their body, their eyes, what boundaries to expect, and overall how to navigate in today’s world.  They break their direction up into three periods of time in your childrens lives where you will go from high directive parenting, to guiding, and finally moving towards coaching your children in the teenage years. You’re still the parents and at times regardless of their age you’ll be directing, but be warned, if you don’t adjust over time, you will cause the opposite of what you want in your relationship with your children. Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

We believe Intentional Christian parents need to be even more protective over their children today. We have a birds-eye view of reality; with over 5 million podcast downloads we hear tragic stories from believers all over the world about harm to their children in places and with people they thought were safe. Check yourselves as you listen to what Isaac & Angie are suggesting.  There’s plenty of messages about the dangers of screen time, the internet and pornography, but what about other children? What about older people around your children when you’re not with them? With 93% of boys and 62% of girls accessing pornography by age eighteen, we must be more diligent. Just because you are at church, with family, or those others are trusting, it doesn’t mean your children are safe.  The world has dramatically changed in the last decade, don’t you think parenting must dramatically change in response to it?  Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

Don’t let greater comfortable times ahead for Christians become the enemy of your family thriving long-term. It appears we are entering into a a great season, due to the largest restoration of America that’s happening right now. We give ten things to consider to make wise choices for your marriage and parenting during these times. We believe God has given us a unique window to make the adjustments needed as to thrive in the future that encourages a faith-filled multi-generational legacy. It takes going against normally human tendencies. Get to the place you want to grow roots long-termBuild strong communityGrow SpirituallySeize opportunities to make moreInvest and SaveWork hard on your marriageInfluence resilience and Godliness in your childrenBe prepared for the worstServe othersImprove where you live Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

The Covid era and the new MAHA movement has helped people realize how corrupt big pharma is and how at times our government doesn’t have the best interest of the people. We share our story of deciding against vaccines early on in our twenty-four year journey parenting nine children and what we did instead. While western medicine can be helpful when you truly need it, we have seen the fruit of growing in knowledge of how to treat things naturally. Angie Tolpin shares how she grew in knowledge, shares her favorite books on vaccines and natural health as well. Tips on how to build your team of health professionals you see eye to eye with and encouragement to advocate for your family without fear.  Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

How you handle this will likely impact whether you have a multi-generational legacy of faith or not. If your children are resisting church, that's a vital indicator of either a problem with your church that needs to be fully discovered, or a heart issue in your child towards church and God. Isaac and Angie Tolpin give practical insights on what to do when your children show resistance to going to church. If you want your children to make being part of a church family a priority with their families in the future, they must see you making it a priority consistently in yours.  Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025

Most Christian Parents would openly agree that they deeply hope that their kids grow up and want to be an active participant in the Body of Christ and looking even further into the future they hope their children raise their grandchildren in the Church. But how do you teach the importance of that to your kids? THe answer may seem obvious, you model it, of course; BUT when we look generation to generation simply going to church faithfully doesn’t necessarily cultivate a heart for God’s Bride! In today’s podcast you will be challenged and exhorted to evaluate how your heart posture is towards God’s Church, His people, and possibly even be inspired to be more intentional in having conversations that matter to instill the heart of God in your kids. If we truly change and obey the Lord and view His Church the way He does and we choose to practice the spiritual discipline of prayer for those leading and serving, our hearts will grow more and more in alignment with God’s vision and will –AND THAT CHANGES LEGACIES.  Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2025

 If there’s anger in your parenting, it will likely continue through your children into future generations. You have an opportunity to establish a new legacy through your family. Get practical insights backed by the bible on how to overcome getting angry in those hard moments as a parent. Isaac and Angie Tolpin also talk about having a biblically sound discipline plan that your marriage is aligned on. Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 7 January 2025

What if there was ONE THING you could do that impacts everything you’d like to see improved in your family life? Don’t let your reflections of the year discourage you but instead propel you forward. As parents we’re leaders in our homes and a vital aspect of leadership is to always be growing. What are the ways you plan to grow this year? Those will have a direct impact on your family. But to get the ONE THING make sure you watch or listen to the episode. Be sure to subscribe to our channel, but also on your favorite podcast app too! For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2024

A compelling episode with wisdom, biblical truth, and a close call in the Tolpin family.This  is a moving episode where the Tolpin’s share encouragements for the Christmas season and also reveal a close call their family experienced this week that has brought them all closer together. At the core of this discussion is to really think about these questions: Do your children know that you love them? Do they know that you do no matter what they do?  For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2024

You’ll struggle to create a new legacy through your family if you haven’t healed from your past wounds. But even if we’re healed, the past could have warped us away from sound biblical parenting principles if they were used on us in an unbiblical way. Listen and discover if you are a pendulum swinger in parenting. We all need refinement and the more we do the better parents we are. This is important for today, but even more important for decades from now by what it sows in the coming generations. If you love the episode please share it so more are impacted. For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with! Get 20% off with code COURAGEOUShttps://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 17 December 2024

The Tolpins share exactly how to do one of their favorite family traditions. Having a visioneering meeting with their family which includes helping each person reflect on the major areas of life this year, areas they want to improve in the coming year, and presenting their plans to the family. They also discuss the importance of launching the family initiatives for the new year that influence the right family culture forward. There’s a lot of practical insights in this episode.  We encourage you to listen to the previous two episodes as well that give lots of insights on the marriage conversations to have prior to the meeting. We are living in a time where the enemy can cause greater confusion and distractions than ever before, this means parents must equip themselves and their children to keep focused on the things that matter. This skill will echo forward in your legacy.  For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with!https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2024

If you don’t recalibrate your family's direction periodically, mediocrity grows and there will be repercussions over time. Isaac and Angie Tolpin give their secrets to making the best adjustments and plan of action to improve their family culture. See the culture of your family isn’t what you say or even think your family is about, it’s what it truly is; meaning the real behaviors and attitudes that are normal in your home and within the people in your family. Being honest about that is vital to know where to influence change. Get the inside secrets from this marriage of twenty-five years raising nine children. For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with!https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2024

Every family has its own unique culture to it; the real behaviors, heart attitudes, dynamics, and actions (especially those when no ones looking). Your family culture isn’t what you say it is, it’s what really exists. It’s vital to recalibrate it periodically and in this episode Isaac and Angie share the most important first steps to doing this which involve honest reflection, deep marriage conversations, and prayer. Make sure you subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to be prompted of new episodes.For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com.Companies we love who sponsor the show:Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousVoetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with!https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageousSamaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2024

All Christian parents want to leave a legacy of faith. It’s hard because there is NO equation that will save your kids or guarantee they will walk with the Lord all the way to Heaven! BUT, God’s Word does exhort, command, and encourage us as parents very specifically that we should disciple and discipline our children in the Lord and in word and deed! Join Isaac and Angie, who have been parenting for 24 years as they share 5 Crucial Spiritual Disciplines to Leaving a Legacy of Faith! This is a MUST-listen to episode for every Christian parent. Get ready to get your Bibles out and go through about 12 different scriptures together and be edified!  For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with!https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2024

Never sacrifice your children for keeping the peace, while at the same time find a way to communicate truth in a loving way that actually causes your relationships to go deeper and people to come into alignment with your intentional parenting efforts. One of the biggest questions we get is how to handle extended family when their influence isn’t in alignment with your parenting approach. The Tolpins answer this question giving three keys to having the hard conversations that are needed. You can’t “go along to get along”. Tune in to get insights into having effective conversations that communicate what’s needed while deepening your relationships with others you love. You are the most important leaders in your children’s lives, but others who have influence can derail the spiritual health and even safety of your children.  For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with!https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2024

As Christians, how do we navigate evil when we see it? Do we ignore it or expose it? Isaac and Angie Tolpin give a strong biblical argument for exposing it. Christian passivity is actually dangerous to society and dangerous to a family's future legacy too. Get direction as parents in how to navigate this, hear powerful stories, quotes from our founding fathers and more. For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Voetberg Music Academy; the online music class that children actually love and make progress with!https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com/ Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2024

“How do I handle people influencing my children in the wrong ways?” This is one of the most asked questions we get. It’s part of why we believe it takes more courage to parent in these unprecedented times than the last few generations of parents. Get the four steps Isaac and Angie Tolpin lay out for doing this well.  We want to evangelize, we want to be lights for Christ, and we want great relationships, but none of that should be at the cost of negatively impacting our children. The sad truth is too many Christian parents are sacrificing their children's long-term well being. While it’s not the intention, it’s a pervasive problem. Perhaps we’ve been taught to avoid conflict at all costs, perhaps we are more of a people pleaser than we should be. Instead we should value training up our children in the way they should go, we should value sharing truth in a loving way that sharpen others and deepens relationships. Perhaps in the moments that matter, it’s more self-preserving to not do anything when influences aren’t ideal, than trying to love others and your children well by sharing concerns. Avoidance of conflict to stay comfortable and preserve relationships is often the source of why this happens. This is an encouraging episode backed by the bible with practical insights to help you navigate these difficult waters as the world is increasingly swaying so many that are likely around your family. For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.comcourageousmom.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2024

Do you want less selfishness in your family? Do you feel like its a constant battle you can’t win? Children need to be both taught the importance and the biblical call to be selfless, have examples of what that looks like, be held accountable and reminded of what God calls us to, but you know what is even more impactful for your children? Exercises the muscle of serving others, thinking of others more than themselves, literally doing and being the hands and feet of Jesus! It’s an incredible experience for every believer, regardless of your age or spiritual maturity and it’s when we walk in obedience to the Lord and serve others, our hearts change!  Selfishness is the most common sin of all humanity; and the world, the enemy, and our flesh cries out to BE selfish, to be self-absorbed and think about ourselves first. We have to learn to “die to self” as Jesus said! And… so do our children.  In today’s episode, Isaac and Angie share practical tips for cultivating a servant heart in your child as well as share some amazing experiences they have personally had in serving alongside their family as they plant a church. Serving together, as family, regardless of what, taking a meal to a new mama, mowing a lawn for a widow, cleaning the toilets at church, or leading a bible study, whatever you do, do it heartily as unto the Lord… and teach your kids the same by living it out!  For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.comcourageousmom.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 22 October 2024

Who’s going to win the presidential election? With three assassination attempts so far, mass illegal immigration and perhaps more devious moves ahead in an effort to move America away from its constitutional framework, we must be prepared for the possibility that the America we know could further erode to satisfy the global initiatives. So how do we parent through this? Who do our children see that our hope is in? What are sound actions steps to be taking now in our parenting? Isaac and Angie Tolpin answer these questions to help Christian parents be biblical strong examples in their actions; the balance between being activated citizens and standing for what’s right while also keeping our hope firmly in the Lord. Our children are watching and learning every day, so let’s do this well during these chaotic months ahead. For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks; Homeschool curriculum we love and use https://www.masterbooks.com/courageous Creating a Masterpiece; the preferred Art course by the Tolpin children creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.comcourageousmom.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2024

There is a constant concerted effort by the enemy to tempt and desensitize children to evil and sin. Yes, it is October which means that it is necessary for us to tackle, once again, the important issue of evil, specifically with regards to October 31st when most Christians actually celebrate the pagan holiday of Halloween. Join the Tolpins as they share some interesting facts and statistics regarding things such as the sheer amount of money spent on Halloween focused consumerism as well as the challenge parents have today to protect and preserve their children’s innocence to evil things. How does role-playing impact children in the future? What does God’s Word say about dabbling with darkness and what does the Church of Satan proclaim, practice, and delight in regarding families participating in Halloween festivities? All of this and more … join us for a fire conversation.  For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show: Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculums Creating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.comcourageousmom.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 8 October 2024

There is a constant concerted effort by the enemy to tempt and desensitize children to evil and sin. Yes, it is October which means that it is necessary for us to tackle, once again, the important issue of evil, specifically with regards to October 31st when most Christians actually celebrate the pagan holiday of Halloween. Join the Tolpins as they share some interesting facts and statistics regarding things such as the sheer amount of money spent on Halloween focused consumerism as well as the challenge parents have today to protect and preserve their children’s innocence to evil things. How does role-playing impact children in the future? What does God’s Word say about dabbling with darkness and what does the Church of Satan proclaim, practice, and delight in regarding families participating in Halloween festivities? All of this and more … join us for a fire conversation.  For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com. Companies we love who sponsor the show:Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculumsCreating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageousSamaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.comcourageousmom.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 8 October 2024

We believe the huge problem Christians are talking about in the next 5-6 years is that their children don’t want to have children. The Tolpins give a clear and sound warning for intentional christian parents on why this epidemic may be around the corner and all parents should be sober-minded about it. It’s more than the stronger influence of culture towards not having children; the biggest problem they discuss are the things Christian parents may be doing in their home that unknowingly become catalysts for their children not wanting to have children down the road. For all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com.Companies we love who sponsor the show:Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculumsCreating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageousSamaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageousFOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.comcourageousmom.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMomIsaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2024

Here are some of the main points from this episode:No Marriage is Perfect! We just celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary and one thing that hit us that oftentimes what people share is not the full truth or even fully close to the reality of the journey one has been on for ____ amount of years in their marriage! We don’t want you to ever get the wrong impression that we think we have the perfect marriage, or that we would even portray that! We do have a thriving marriage, and for that we thank the LORD because it’s what He has done in each of our hearts that has brought us to this place! But the reality is that relationships, particularly marriage, can be hard, people sin against and offend one another, get selfish, annoy each other at times, and so much more. The reality is that two sinful humans enter into holy matrimony, which means there is a huge opportunity for hurt, sinning against one another, being selfish, being “real” with one another which can often times equate to “not trying anymore.” BUT, on the bright side that means there is equally an opportunity for each individual in the marriage to grow in grace, forgive, grow in understanding, love, serve, be more selfless, and ask for forgiveness and walk in humility acknowledging when they sin! God deeply wants to do a powerful work in you and in your marriage. AND He has chosen marriage as the best avenue for refinement in all the godly character qualities He wants you to grow in! Isn’t that exciting? FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.comcourageousmom.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 24 September 2024

It can be difficult to navigate when to press forward with something good as a parent and when to stop. Getting this wrong is easy and getting it right is really hard. Unfortunately a lot of really good things get cut short once they get hard and sometimes really good things need to stop because it’s preventing something better to happen. If you navigate this well, you will have more unusually good things happen way down the road, but that’s the challenge, we have to experience discomfort in doing the harder thing for fruit we can’t see yet. Isaac and Angie Tolpin give their three steps to deciding if they should stay the course or make a change and it’s not what most people do. Don’t miss their unprecedented times tip at the end which you will never be able to guess but will keep you thinking. For all shows notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculums Creating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Uthrive Academy https://www.uthrive.academy/parentsGet 66% off retail by using discount code COURAGEOUS at checkout Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2024

It can be difficult to navigate when to press forward with something good as a parent and when to stop. Getting this wrong is easy and getting it right is really hard. Unfortunately a lot of really good things get cut short once they get hard and sometimes really good things need to stop because it’s preventing something better to happen.If you navigate this well, you will have more unusually good things happen way down the road, but that’s the challenge, we have to experience discomfort in doing the harder thing for fruit we can’t see yet.Isaac and Angie Tolpin give their three steps to deciding if they should stay the course or make a change and it’s not what most people do. Don’t miss their unprecedented times tip at the end which you will never be able to guess but will keep you thinking.For all shows notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.comMasterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculums Creating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageousUthrive Academy https://www.uthrive.academy/parentsGet 66% off retail by using discount code COURAGEOUS at checkout Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.comCONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteManCONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2024

Have you ever over-parented by doing too much for your children? We have to find a good balance between taking care of our children and equipping them. Sometimes the best equipment is letting them struggle, learning from their mistakes, and growing through it. After All, this is how God’s relationship with us is right? I’m sure you’ve experienced the refinement God allows in our lives by letting us go through trials. Isaac and Angie bring up the possibility of creating the wrong expectations for launching into the world and their relationship with God if we do too much for them. Get their tip for Christian parenting in unprecedented times at the end too. You will surely be filled with more hope for challenging times by listening to this Courageous Parenting podcast episode. For all shows notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculums Creating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Uthrive Academy https://www.uthrive.academy/parentsGet 66% off retail by using discount code COURAGEOUS at checkout Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 10 September 2024

Do you have strong biblical community? Do you know the people you go to church with? Do you or they notice when someone is not there and follow up? Is there authentic knowing of one another or do you only see each other on Sunday, maybe? You may think your church awesome! I hope you do! I hope this episode only spurs you on in more appreciate of what you already have! But when we ask people about what makes their church so special, the first thing most people will say, is the people. Is your church representative of the “Family of God” in your life? Have you ever even experienced it? What I am asking is not about how “good of a sermon” you heard on Sunday, although that is an essential element and one worthy of changing churches over. But anyone can listen to a great sermon now with everything online. The second greatest commandment Jesus left us with after “love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. ” in Matthew 22:37-38 was v. 39, “ And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”Neighbor. Just think about that for a moment. Do you actually know your neighbors? People in your town? I am wondering if you have strong trusting relationships with others who live near you. People who will help when that time comes and who can trust you to help them. I hope you do! We know many amazing people in our community, but none of us fellowship together in Church! Isaac and Angie Tolpin talk about why they are planting a brick and mortar church in the center of their home town and some of the changes they are making to the modern church model to go beyond Sunday attendance to a culture of real connection. Get practical insights that are sure to make you reflect on church, community, and perhaps strengthen your intentionality with people locally. For all shows notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.com Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculums Creating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Uthrive Academy https://www.uthrive.academy/parentsGet 66% off retail by using discount code COURAGEOUS at checkout Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2024

Have you ever wondered what it would look like for your family if financial provision happened in a different way? Davy Liu was a top character designer at Disney working on many top films including The Lion King. But he saw the evil building within the organization and took a leap of faith to bring Disney quality imagery to Christian children’s books and movies. This is a powerful story of following through on the Holy Spirit’s conviction, risking financial security, to pursue his real calling that glorifies God. Discover a new source of quality books that share biblical truth in a way that grabs your children's attention. Because of the way they are written, they are allowed to be sold in books stores in closed countries like China. You are sure to be inspired; we encourage you to think about ways God might be calling for change for your family too. For all show notes, scripture references, and resources go to courageousparenting.com. Checkout our sponsors:Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculumsCreating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageousUthrive Academy https://www.uthrive.academy/parentsGet 66% off retail by using discount code COURAGEOUS at checkoutSamaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2024

Angie reflects on the past 24 years of her parenting journey with Christ and shares four key ways she has been and is being refined and sanctified. The best wisdom and encouragement she has received in her life was from women who had been mothering longer and were willing to share the hard humbling lessons learned. Join Angie as she shares how Motherhood has challenged her to face and repent of selfishness, surrender control, and how the Lord humbled her many times over and still continues to. This episode is full of encouraging scripture, stories, and biblical encouragement for Moms. Get all show notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned at courageousparenting.com.Checkout our sponsors:Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculumsCreating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageousUthrive Academy https://www.uthrive.academy/parentsGet 66% off retail by using discount code COURAGEOUS at checkoutSamaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2024

Part of raising resilient children ready to thrive in a different world is ensuring they are self-disciplined and great at managing their time. If you do this well it will help them excel in all aspects of their lives. Whether they are an entrepreneur, work for a company, or a stay at home moms, these skills are more important than ever. Get practical insights and scriptures to help your children become great at managing their time and working independently in a strongerway. For all shows notes, scriptures, and resources mentioned go to courageousparenting.comCheckout our sponsors:Masterbooks https://www.masterbooks.com/courageousJoin the Masterbooks Giveaway and you might receive some of our favorite curriculums Creating a Masterpiece creatingamasterpiece.com/courageous Uthrive Academy https://www.uthrive.academy/parentsGet 66% off retail by using discount code COURAGEOUS at checkout Samaritans Ministry https://samaritanministries.org/becourageous FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2024

A fascinating conversation with Jep and Jessica Robertson discussing their challenge in having their desired fifth child and the journey towards adoption. We hear how it took a bit for their marriage to get in alignment on it. Jep’s realization that they need to move forward and the testimony of how their adopted child has been a blessing to their family and taught them so much. In an effort to help all families understand adoption and other adopted children they wrote a book with BRAVE books called, “Dear Valor”. A heartwarming story your children are sure to love that will likely help you prompt healthy conversations around the biblical concept of adoption. Also discussed are tips to cultivating a Godly legacy, keeping your marriage strong, and a bit about Jep’s new TV show “Duck’s Family Treasure”. FOR MORE RESOURCES:becourageousministry.orgresoluteman.com CONNECT WITH THE MINISTRY AND THE TOLPINS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Courageous Parenting:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.parenting/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageousparent/ Angie Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageous.mom/-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageousMom Isaac Tolpin:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resolute.man/-Twitter: https://twitter.com/IsaacTolpin-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResoluteMan CONTACT----------------------------------------------------isaac@becourageousministry.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageous-parenting/donations

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2024